RRB NTPC Graduate Level Recruitment 2026

RRB NTPC Graduate Level Recruitment 2026

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) have officially released the notification for the RRB NTPC Graduate Level Recruitment 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 8,113 vacant positions across various Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) graduate-level posts in Indian Railways. Candidates holding a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university are eligible to apply online.

Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online applications starting from September 1, 2026, until the closing date on October 2, 2026. Below are all the essential details regarding the official overview, important dates, eligibility criteria, vacancy breakdown, fee structure, selection process, and step-by-step application procedure.

Overview: RRB NTPC Graduate Level 2026

A quick summary of the key highlights of the Railway NTPC Graduate Level Recruitment 2026 is provided below:

Recruitment Body	Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB)
Exam Name	RRB NTPC (Graduate Level) Examination 2026
Category	Central Government Jobs / Railway Recruitment
Total Vacancies	8,113 Posts
Minimum Qualification	Graduation Degree in Any Stream
Mode of Application	Online
Selection Process	CBT-1, CBT-2, Skill Test/CBAT, DV & Medical Exam
Official Website	indianrailways.gov.in / Regional RRB Websites

Important Dates

Candidates must track the following schedule for the RRB NTPC Recruitment 2026 process:

Event / Activity	Date
Notification Release Date	August 31, 2026
Online Application Begin Date	September 1, 2026
Last Date for Apply Online	October 2, 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	October 2, 2026
Application Form Correction Window	October 2026
1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1) Date	December 15, 2026

Vacancy Details & Expected Posts

The total 8,113 vacancies are distributed across various graduate-level roles in different Railway Zones. The key posts included under the NTPC Graduate Level entry are:

• Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor
• Station Master
• Goods Train Manager (Goods Guard)
• Junior Account Assistant cum Typist
• Senior Clerk cum Typist

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

• Candidates must possess a Graduation Degree in Any Stream from a recognized University or Institution established by law.
• Candidates appearing in or awaiting final year results at the time of application deadline are not eligible to apply.

2. Age Limit (As of 01/01/2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 33 Years (Relaxable as per rules)

Age Relaxation Details:

Category	Age Relaxation Allowed
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	3 Years
SC / ST	5 Years
PwBD Candidates	10 to 15 Years
Ex-Servicemen	As per Government Norms

Application Fee

The registration fee varies by category. A partial fee refund will be issued to candidates who appear in the CBT-1 examination:

Category	Application Fee	Refund Amount (Post CBT-1)
General / OBC / EWS	₹500/-	₹400/- (Deducting bank charges)
SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / Ex-Servicemen	₹250/-	₹250/- (Full refund minus bank charges)

Note: Fee refunds are credited back to the bank account provided during the application process only after the candidate appears for the Stage-1 CBT.

Selection Process

The selection process for RRB NTPC Graduate Posts consists of the following consecutive stages:

• Stage 1: 1st Computer Based Test (CBT-1) — Screening / Qualifying test for shortlisting candidates for Stage 2.
• Stage 2: 2nd Computer Based Test (CBT-2) — Post-level specific exam used for final merit listing.
• Stage 3: Skill Test / CBAT (Post-dependent)
  • Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) for Station Master posts.
  • Typing Skill Test for Senior Clerk cum Typist and Junior Account Assistant cum Typist posts.
• Stage 4: Document Verification (DV) — Verification of original academic certificates and identity documents.
• Stage 5: Medical Examination — Comprehensive medical fitness check conducted by Railway Medical Authorities.

Step-by-Step How to Apply Online

Eligible candidates can follow these steps to fill out the online application form for RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026:

• Step 1: Visit the official website of your respective regional Railway Recruitment Board (e.g., RRB Allahabad, RRB Mumbai, RRB Chandigarh, etc.).
• Step 2: On the homepage, locate and click on the link titled "CEN 2026 RRB NTPC Graduate Level Recruitment Application".
• Step 3: Complete the initial registration by entering basic details like Name, Date of Birth, Email ID, and Mobile Number.
• Step 4: Check your email and phone for the generated Registration ID and Password. Log in to the application portal.
• Step 5: Fill out the detailed application form including educational qualification, zonal preference, and post preferences.
• Step 6: Upload scanned copies of the required documents, including recent passport-sized photograph, signature, and category certificate (if applicable) in the prescribed format.
• Step 7: Pay the required application fee via Online Payment Gateway (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI).
• Step 8: Review all entered details carefully and click on the Final Submit button.
• Step 9: Download and print a copy of the submitted application form and fee receipt for future reference.